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     • Pacific halibut is the largest species of flatfish. It is native to the North Pacific Ocean and it is fished by commercial, recreational, and subsistence fishermen. Huge Pacific halibut, sometimes called "barn doors," can attain a length of more than 8 feet and a width of more than 5 feet.
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   What is the biggest halibut in the world?

   • Pacific halibut can reach a maximum size of about 8 feet and 500lb, while Greenland halibut can only reach a size of about 4 feet and 100lb. Keep reading this article to learn more about the varying sizes of halibut, where the biggest halibut in the world are found, and how old this interesting fish species can get.

   How Big Do Halibut Get? (Average and Record Sizes)

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   How big can a halibut get?

   • Halibut are fascinating giants living in the great depths of our oceans. All three main halibut types can reach respectable sizes, but many people wonder just how big they can really get. Atlantic halibut are the biggest species of the three, with a maximum size of about 15 feet and 700lb.

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   Why is Halibut so big?

   • Several factors can explain the large size of halibut. The simplest and most obvious one is genetics. Halibut fish have evolved to grow large for various reasons. Being that large (and wide) gives you a huge advantage when fighting off bigger predators such as sharks or sea mammals.

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   What are the characteristics of a halibut fish?

   • Large mouth with sharp teeth. Dorsal and anal fins are very long and run the full length of the body. The halibut is the largest flatfish and one of the largest fish of any type in the world’s oceans.

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   What is the smallest halibut?

   • Greenland halibut, the smallest species of the three flatfish, have an average size of 10 to 20lb for males, and 25 to 50lb for females. It is, however, noteworthy that average sizes can vary quite a bit from population to population and region to region. RELATED READING: Where Can You Find the Biggest Halibut in the World?

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   Why is Halibut called a flatfish?

   • Halibut is the common name for three species of flatfish in the family of right-eye flounders. In some regions, and less commonly, other species of large flatfish are also referred to as halibut. The word is derived from haly (holy) and butte (flat fish), for its popularity on Catholic holy days.

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   Halibut is the common name for three species of flatfish in the family of right-eye flounders. In some regions, and less commonly, other species of large flatfish are also referred to as halibut. The word is derived from haly (holy) and butte (flat fish), for its popularity on Catholic holy days. [1]

4. strikeandcatch.com › how-big-do-halibut-getHow Big Do Halibut Get? (Average and Record Sizes)

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   When it comes to the biggest halibut type, the Atlantic halibut, males average around 20 to 50lb, while the average adult female has an average size of 100 to 150lb. Male Pacific halibut average 20 to 40lb, and female halibut have an average size of about 60 to 120lb.

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   The halibut is the largest flatfish and one of the largest fish of any type in the world’s oceans. Fully grown halibut prefer water that is at least fifty metres deep and are usually found in waters substantially deeper than this and seek out depths of over one thousand metres to spawn.

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7. www.fisheries.noaa.gov › feature-story › 7-reasons7 Reasons Why Size Matters for Halibut - NOAA Fisheries

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   • An Alaskan halibut can grow to be 8 feet long and 5 feet wide, and weigh 500 pounds.
   • Because of their size, adult halibut have few predators—mainly sharks, marine mammals, and humans.
   • Their large size and delectable white meat make halibut a prized target for both commercial and sport fishermen, as well as an important subsistence resource.
   • Huge halibut are called "barn doors"; small halibut are "chickens."

8. www.britannica.com › animal › halibutHalibut | Types, Taxonomy, & Facts | Britannica

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   Oct 3, 2024 · halibut, (genus Hippoglossus), either of two species of large and economically valuable flatfishes of the genus Hippoglossus (order Pleuronectiformes). Both, the Atlantic halibut (H. hippoglossus) and the Pacific halibut (H. stenolepis), have their eyes and colour on one side of the body.

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10. tacklevillage.com › world-record-halibutCurrent IGFA World Record Halibut 2024: Largest Ever (with pic)

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    Apr 17, 2024 · The largest halibut ever caught on record is a Pacific halibut caught by Jack Tragis off Dutch Harbor, Alaska, in June 1996. The fish weighed in at a staggering 459 pounds, making it the IGFA all-tackle world record holder for this species.

11. theoceaninsider.com › seafood-guide › halibutHalibut: Everything You Need to Know About Hippoglossus

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    Jul 28, 2023 · Halibut: Everything You Need to Know About Hippoglossus. By Kenton Liu July 28, 2023 Reading Time: 7 minutes. Table of Contents. What is Halibut? Morphological Characteristics. Life Cycle and Reproduction. Habitat and Distribution. Diet and Predation. Commercial Importance. How to Cook Halibut. Grilled Halibut. Baked Halibut. Pan-Seared Halibut.